57 articles
This article outlines BananaIP Counsels’ key suggestions to amend the Copyright Act, 1957, especially in light of digitalisation and changing business models. It highlights proposed legal changes to…
With the shift to online platforms during lockdown, artists face new intellectual property challenges and risks. BananaIP Counsels offers free legal consultation to help artists protect and monetise…
The post provides an analysis of significant trademark and domain name disputes, such as BMW’s case against DMW and Coca-Cola’s domain name complaint. It also reviews brand licensing…
This post examines a recent seminar that addressed the business and legal aspects of building, managing, and monetizing intellectual property assets in India. Experts shared strategies and frameworks…
This post explores Mahatma Gandhi's views on exclusivity and intellectual property, emphasising his preference for openness and public welfare. It connects his philosophy to modern open source and…
This article examines the legal and practical relevance of Intellectual Property Rights in India. It discusses how IPR protects innovation and creativity while fostering economic and societal growth…
This article critically examines the motivations behind in-sourcing versus outsourcing IT operations, focusing on intellectual property implications in India. The analysis finds that legal and contractual safeguards generally…
The blog explores the lack of specific trade secret legislation in India, focusing on how confidential business processes are currently protected. It evaluates the stalled National Innovation Act,…
This post analyses whether flavour marks can be registered as trademarks under Indian and international law. It objectively examines legal hurdles and recent case law, providing a structured,…
This post examines personality rights in India, particularly the protection of publicity rights and relevant legal provisions. It highlights key judicial decisions and discusses the exceptions for legitimate…